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|birth_date = {{Birth date and age|df=y|1985|5|12}}
|birth_date = {{Birth date and age|df=y|1985|5|12}}
|birth_place = Rajasthan
|birth_place = Rajasthan
|nationality = Indian
|occupation = {{Hlist|Actor|Entrepreneur}}
|occupation = Actor
|years_active = 2016–present
|years_active = 2016–present
|known_for = [[Bollywood Diaries]]
|known_for = [[Bollywood Diaries]] <br> [[Aliya Basu Gayab Hai]]
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'''Salim Diwan''' (born 12 May 1985) is an Indian [[Bollywood film]] actor<ref>{{Cite web|title = Salim Diwan|url = https://www.imdb.com/name/nm7743943/|website = IMDb|access-date = 2016-01-22}}</ref> who made his debut in ''[[Bollywood Diaries]]''.<ref>{{Cite web|title = :: SALIM DIWAN|url = http://www.salimdiwan.com/profile.html|website = www.salimdiwan.com|access-date = 2016-01-22}}</ref>
'''Salim Diwan''' (born 12 May 1985) is an Indian [[Bollywood film]] actor<ref>{{Cite web|title = Salim Diwan|url = https://www.imdb.com/name/nm7743943/|website = IMDb|access-date = 2016-01-22}}</ref> and entrepreneur. Who made his debut in ''[[Bollywood Diaries]]''.<ref>{{Cite web|title = :: SALIM DIWAN|url = http://www.salimdiwan.com/profile.html|website = www.salimdiwan.com|access-date = 2016-01-22}}</ref>
<ref>{{Cite web|title =Salim Diwan on romancing TV actress Aneri Vajani in a song and plans on doing TV, says 'I'm yet to explore TV'|url = https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/tv/news/hindi/salim-diwan-on-romancing-tv-actress-aneri-vajani-in-a-song-says-im-yet-to-explore-tv-exclusive/articleshow/99492604.cms|website = The Times of India}}</ref>


== Early life ==
== Early life ==
Diwan was born in the [[Jhunjhunu district|Jhunjhunu]] district of [[Rajasthan]], [[India]] and was attached to local theatre groups during his school days. After completing his graduation, he started studying law in Mumbai. He later joined his father's [[Pharmaceutical industry|pharmaceutical]] company before starting his acting career.<ref>{{Cite web|title = Cinemarkets :: Talent Directory Biography|url = http://www.cinemarkets.com/Talent_directory/artist_directory_biography/43607|website = www.cinemarkets.com|access-date = 2016-01-22}}</ref>
Salim Diwan was born in the [[Jhunjhunu district|Jhunjhunu]] district of [[Rajasthan]], [[India]]. During his school years, he was actively involved with local theatre groups, which sparked his interest in acting. After completing his graduation, Diwan pursued a degree in law in [[Mumbai]].<ref>{{Cite web|title = Wanted To Become A Notary, Brother Sent Him To Mumbai To Become A Lawyer|url = https://www.bhaskar.com/local/rajasthan/jhunjhunu/news/wanted-to-become-a-notary-brother-sent-him-to-mumbai-to-become-a-lawyer-131803010.html|website = Bhaskar}}</ref> However, before starting his acting career, he joined his father’s [[Pharmaceutical industry|pharmaceutical]] company.<ref>{{Cite web|title = Cinemarkets :: Talent Directory Biography|url = http://www.cinemarkets.com/Talent_directory/artist_directory_biography/43607|website = www.cinemarkets.com|access-date = 2016-01-22}}</ref>


== Career ==
== Career ==
In 2005–06, he participated in a reality show called ''Jet Set Go'' and was given an [[International Indian Film Academy Awards|IIFA award]] in [[Dubai]].<ref>{{Cite web|title = :: SALIM DIWAN|url = http://www.axsnow.com/salimdiwan/profile.html|website = www.axsnow.com|access-date = 2016-01-22}}</ref> After that, he joined Kishor Namit Kapoor Institute to learn professional acting.<ref>{{Cite web|title = Salim Diwan debuts in 'Ankur Arora Murder Case' – Times of India|url = http://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/entertainment/hindi/bollywood/news/Salim-Diwan-debuts-in-Ankur-Arora-Murder-Case/articleshow/20551741.cms|website = The Times of India|access-date = 2016-01-22}}</ref>
In 2005–06, Salim Diwan participated in the reality show ''Jet Set Go'' and received an [[International Indian Film Academy Awards|IIFA award]] in [[Dubai]].<ref>{{Cite web|title = :: SALIM DIWAN|url = http://www.axsnow.com/salimdiwan/profile.html|website = www.axsnow.com|access-date = 2016-01-22}}</ref> Following this, he enrolled at the Kishore Namit Kapoor Institute to pursue professional acting training.<ref>{{Cite web|title = Salim Diwan debuts in 'Ankur Arora Murder Case' – Times of India|url = http://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/entertainment/hindi/bollywood/news/Salim-Diwan-debuts-in-Ankur-Arora-Murder-Case/articleshow/20551741.cms|website = The Times of India|access-date = 2016-01-22}}</ref>
 
Diwan made his Bollywood debut with a brief appearance in [[Ankur Arora Murder Case]]. He later gained attention for his role in [[Bollywood Diaries]], which was released on 26 February 2016.<ref>{{Cite web|title = Bollywood Diaries Official Trailer {{!}} Raima Sen {{!}} Ashish Vidyarthi {{!}} Salim Diwan {{!}} 26 February 2016 – Todayincity|url = http://www.todayincity.com/bollywood/bollywood-trailers/bollywood-diaries-official-trailer-raima-sen-ashish-vidyarthi-salim-diwan-26th-feb-2016/|website = Todayincity|access-date = 2016-01-22|language = en-US}}</ref> In the film, he portrayed Rohit, a Bollywood enthusiast with dreams of making it in the film industry. The trailer for the movie was launched on 12 January 2016 in [[Mumbai]], [[India]].<ref>{{Cite web|title = Mumbai: Actors Raima Sen and Salim Diwan during the trailer launch of film Bollywood Diaries in Mumbai, on Jan 12, 2016. (Photo: IANS) - Only24News.com|url = http://only24news.com/gallery?id=2292|website = only24news.com|access-date = 2016-01-22}}</ref>
 
Beyond his acting career, Diwan is the promoter and Managing Director of Rajasthan Aushdhalaya Pvt. Ltd. (Rajasthan Herbals International), a prominent [[Ayurveda|Ayurvedic medicines]] manufacturer with over 60000 centres across India.<ref>{{Cite web|title = Rajasthan Aushadhalaya Private Limited – Manufacturer from Mumbai, India {{!}} Who We Are.|url = http://www.rajasthanherbalsinternational.com/who-we-are.html|website = www.rajasthanherbalsinternational.com|access-date = 2016-01-22}}</ref> He actively pursues his company’s vision of an “Addiction Free India", wherein his dedicated team has organised thousands of DE-addiction camps all over the country to curb addiction and help in rehabilitation of the addicts and subsequent recovery.<ref>{{Cite web|title = :: Press Release|url = http://www.nashamukti.in/photogallery_1.html|website = www.nashamukti.in|access-date = 2016-01-22}}</ref>
 
Salim Diwan is involved in lot of philanthropic activities and takes time out of his busy and hectic schedule to reach out to needy people for their betterment. He also engages in various social causes like reaching out to orphanages, old age homes and other such institutions for the poor. His philanthropy reflects from his actions like arranging free educations for girls from poor families, adopting orphans and ensuring daily square meals and education for them. All his birthdays are celebrated mostly in orphanages as he always likes to put a smile on the underprivileged, which reflects his caring nature.<ref>{{Cite web|title = Actor Salim Diwan adopts 20 children, will look after their education – Times of India|url = https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/entertainment/hindi/bollywood/news/actor-salim-diwan-adopts-20-children-will-look-after-their-education/articleshow/83629592.cms|website = The Times of India|access-date = 2021-06-18}}</ref>
<ref>{{Cite web|title = Salim Diwan spreads smiles and cheer this Diwali – Times of India|url = https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/entertainment/hindi/bollywood/news/salim-diwan-spreads-smiles-and-cheer-this-diwali/articleshow/114818607.cms|website = The Times of India|access-date = 2024-10-31}}</ref>
<ref>{{Cite web|title = Here's how 'Bollywood Diaries' actor Salim Diwan celebrated his 38th birthday – Times of India|url = https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/entertainment/hindi/bollywood/news/heres-how-bollywood-diaries-actor-salim-diwan-celebrated-his-38th-birthday/articleshow/100189758.cms|website = The Times of India|access-date = 2023-05-12}}</ref>


His debut film was ''Ankur Arora Murder Case'', where he briefly appears in one scene. After that, he was seen in ''[[Bollywood Diaries]]'', released on 26 February 2016.<ref>{{Cite web|title = Bollywood Diaries Official Trailer {{!}} Raima Sen {{!}} Ashish Vidyarthi {{!}} Salim Diwan {{!}} 26 February 2016 – Todayincity|url = http://www.todayincity.com/bollywood/bollywood-trailers/bollywood-diaries-official-trailer-raima-sen-ashish-vidyarthi-salim-diwan-26th-feb-2016/|website = Todayincity|access-date = 2016-01-22|language = en-US}}</ref> The [[Trailer (promotion)|trailer]] of this film was launched on 12 January 2016 in [[Mumbai]], India.<ref>{{Cite web|title = Mumbai: Actors Raima Sen and Salim Diwan during the trailer launch of film Bollywood Diaries in Mumbai, on Jan 12, 2016. (Photo: IANS) - Only24News.com|url = http://only24news.com/gallery?id=2292|website = only24news.com|access-date = 2016-01-22}}</ref> In the movie, Diwan played Rohit, a Bollywood fanatic who wishes to be a part of the Bollywood industry.
==Filmography==
===Films===
{| class="wikitable sortable plainrowheaders"
|-
! Year
! Title
! Role
! References
|-
| 2016
! scope="row" |''[[Bollywood Diaries]]''
| Rohit Gupta
|
|-
| 2020
! scope="row" |''Quran (Short Film)''
| Self
|<ref>{{cite web|title=Quran - A Hindi Drama Short Film|url=https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lZ0dRnI9wys|website = YouTube|access-date=2024-11-09}}</ref>
|-
| 2021
! scope="row" |''The Perfect Scream (Short Film)''
| Arjun
|
|-
| 2023
! scope="row" |''It's Too Late (Short Film)''
| Veer
|<ref>{{Cite web|title = Salim Diwan: I'm in this profession not just to earn a living but to enjoy my craft|url = https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/entertainment/hindi/bollywood/news/salim-diwan-im-in-this-profession-not-just-to-earn-a-living-but-to-enjoy-my-craft/articleshow/112531746.cms|website = The Times of India}}</ref>
|-
|2024
! scope="row" |''[[Aliya Basu Gayab Hai]]''
| Deepak
|<ref>{{Cite web|title = Salim Diwan to romance Raima Sen in his comeback film 'Aliya Basu Gayab Hai'
|url = https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/entertainment/hindi/bollywood/news/salim-diwan-to-romance-raima-sen-in-aliya-basu-gayab-hai/articleshow/112019639.cms|website = The Times of India}}</ref>
|-
| -
! scope="row" |''For Me for The World (Short Film)''
| Self
|
|-
| -
! scope="row" |''Adiyal''
| Ishwar
|
|}


Diwan is the promoter and CEO of Rajasthan Herbals International, which is a manufacturer of [[Ayurveda|Ayurvedic medicines]] and has more than 1400 centres across India.<ref>{{Cite web|title = Rajasthan Aushadhalaya Private Limited – Manufacturer from Mumbai, India {{!}} Who We Are.|url = http://www.rajasthanherbalsinternational.com/who-we-are.html|website = www.rajasthanherbalsinternational.com|access-date = 2016-01-22}}</ref> He is also the managing director of Nasha Mukti Kendra.<ref>{{Cite web|title = :: Press Release|url = http://www.nashamukti.in/photogallery_1.html|website = www.nashamukti.in|access-date = 2016-01-22}}</ref>
===Music video===
{| class="wikitable sortable plainrowheaders"
|-
! Year
! Title
! Role
! References
|-
| 2021
! scope="row" |''Tu Hi To Hai''
| Lead
|<ref>{{cite web|title=Tu Hi To Hai New Video Song Jeetu Gaur Feat. Salim Diwan, Meghna Rajput Latest Vodeo Song 2021|url=https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hvq-8rJq9qI|website = YouTube|access-date=2024-11-09}}</ref>
|-
| 2022
! scope="row" |''Intezaar''
| Lead
|<ref>{{cite web|title=INTEZAAR - Ghazal By Soumee Sailsh|url=https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7F924L2Q-RU|website = YouTube|access-date=2024-11-09}}</ref>
|-
| 2023
! scope="row" |''Shehar Mein Bewafa''
| Lead
|
|-
| 2024
! scope="row" |''Tum Suno To Sahi''
| Lead
|<ref>{{Cite web|title = Song “Tum Suno Toh Sahi” Released: Salim Diwan and Lavina Israni Share Their Shooting Journey – MidDay|url =  
https://www.mid-day.com/buzz/article/song-tum-suno-toh-sahi-released-salim-diwan-and-lavina-israni-share-their-shooting-journey-3709|website = MidDay|access-date = 2024-12-31}}</ref>
|-
| 2025
! scope="row" |''Rehmat Sa Aaya''
| Lead
|<ref>{{Cite web|title = Salim Diwan opens up about the 76th Republic Day; says, “When it comes to patriotism and fostering a deep connection, music plays a vital role” – Times of India|url =
https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/tv/news/hindi/salim-diwan-opens-up-about-the-76th-republic-day-says-when-it-comes-to-patriotism-and-fostering-a-deep-connection-music-plays-a-vital-role/articleshow/117561139.cms|website = The Times of India|access-date = 2025-01-25}}</ref>
|}


== References ==
== References ==
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* {{Instagram|imsalimdiwan}}
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https://www.instagram.com/imsalimdiwan/


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Salim Diwan
Born (1985-05-12) 12 May 1985 (age 41)
Rajasthan
Occupation
  • Actor
  • Entrepreneur
Years active2016–present
Known forBollywood Diaries
Aliya Basu Gayab Hai

Salim Diwan (born 12 May 1985) is an Indian Bollywood film actor[1] and entrepreneur. Who made his debut in Bollywood Diaries.[2] [3]

Early life[edit | edit source]

Salim Diwan was born in the Jhunjhunu district of Rajasthan, India. During his school years, he was actively involved with local theatre groups, which sparked his interest in acting. After completing his graduation, Diwan pursued a degree in law in Mumbai.[4] However, before starting his acting career, he joined his father’s pharmaceutical company.[5]

Career[edit | edit source]

In 2005–06, Salim Diwan participated in the reality show Jet Set Go and received an IIFA award in Dubai.[6] Following this, he enrolled at the Kishore Namit Kapoor Institute to pursue professional acting training.[7]

Diwan made his Bollywood debut with a brief appearance in Ankur Arora Murder Case. He later gained attention for his role in Bollywood Diaries, which was released on 26 February 2016.[8] In the film, he portrayed Rohit, a Bollywood enthusiast with dreams of making it in the film industry. The trailer for the movie was launched on 12 January 2016 in Mumbai, India.[9]

Beyond his acting career, Diwan is the promoter and Managing Director of Rajasthan Aushdhalaya Pvt. Ltd. (Rajasthan Herbals International), a prominent Ayurvedic medicines manufacturer with over 60000 centres across India.[10] He actively pursues his company’s vision of an “Addiction Free India", wherein his dedicated team has organised thousands of DE-addiction camps all over the country to curb addiction and help in rehabilitation of the addicts and subsequent recovery.[11]

Salim Diwan is involved in lot of philanthropic activities and takes time out of his busy and hectic schedule to reach out to needy people for their betterment. He also engages in various social causes like reaching out to orphanages, old age homes and other such institutions for the poor. His philanthropy reflects from his actions like arranging free educations for girls from poor families, adopting orphans and ensuring daily square meals and education for them. All his birthdays are celebrated mostly in orphanages as he always likes to put a smile on the underprivileged, which reflects his caring nature.[12] [13] [14]

Filmography[edit | edit source]

Films[edit | edit source]

Year Title Role References
2016 Bollywood Diaries Rohit Gupta
2020 Quran (Short Film) Self [15]
2021 The Perfect Scream (Short Film) Arjun
2023 It's Too Late (Short Film) Veer [16]
2024 Aliya Basu Gayab Hai Deepak [17]
- For Me for The World (Short Film) Self
- Adiyal Ishwar

Music video[edit | edit source]

Year Title Role References
2021 Tu Hi To Hai Lead [18]
2022 Intezaar Lead [19]
2023 Shehar Mein Bewafa Lead
2024 Tum Suno To Sahi Lead [20]
2025 Rehmat Sa Aaya Lead [21]

References[edit | edit source]

  1. ↑ "Salim Diwan". IMDb. Retrieved 22 January 2016.
  2. ↑ ":: SALIM DIWAN". www.salimdiwan.com. Retrieved 22 January 2016.
  3. ↑ "Salim Diwan on romancing TV actress Aneri Vajani in a song and plans on doing TV, says 'I'm yet to explore TV'". The Times of India.
  4. ↑ "Wanted To Become A Notary, Brother Sent Him To Mumbai To Become A Lawyer". Bhaskar.
  5. ↑ "Cinemarkets :: Talent Directory Biography". www.cinemarkets.com. Retrieved 22 January 2016.
  6. ↑ ":: SALIM DIWAN". www.axsnow.com. Retrieved 22 January 2016.
  7. ↑ "Salim Diwan debuts in 'Ankur Arora Murder Case' – Times of India". The Times of India. Retrieved 22 January 2016.
  8. ↑ "Bollywood Diaries Official Trailer | Raima Sen | Ashish Vidyarthi | Salim Diwan | 26 February 2016 – Todayincity". Todayincity. Retrieved 22 January 2016.
  9. ↑ "Mumbai: Actors Raima Sen and Salim Diwan during the trailer launch of film Bollywood Diaries in Mumbai, on Jan 12, 2016. (Photo: IANS) - Only24News.com". only24news.com. Retrieved 22 January 2016.
  10. ↑ "Rajasthan Aushadhalaya Private Limited – Manufacturer from Mumbai, India | Who We Are". www.rajasthanherbalsinternational.com. Retrieved 22 January 2016.
  11. ↑ ":: Press Release". www.nashamukti.in. Retrieved 22 January 2016.
  12. ↑ "Actor Salim Diwan adopts 20 children, will look after their education – Times of India". The Times of India. Retrieved 18 June 2021.
  13. ↑ "Salim Diwan spreads smiles and cheer this Diwali – Times of India". The Times of India. Retrieved 31 October 2024.
  14. ↑ "Here's how 'Bollywood Diaries' actor Salim Diwan celebrated his 38th birthday – Times of India". The Times of India. Retrieved 12 May 2023.
  15. ↑ "Quran - A Hindi Drama Short Film". YouTube. Retrieved 9 November 2024.
  16. ↑ "Salim Diwan: I'm in this profession not just to earn a living but to enjoy my craft". The Times of India.
  17. ↑ "Salim Diwan to romance Raima Sen in his comeback film 'Aliya Basu Gayab Hai'". The Times of India.
  18. ↑ "Tu Hi To Hai New Video Song Jeetu Gaur Feat. Salim Diwan, Meghna Rajput Latest Vodeo Song 2021". YouTube. Retrieved 9 November 2024.
  19. ↑ "INTEZAAR - Ghazal By Soumee Sailsh". YouTube. Retrieved 9 November 2024.
  20. ↑ "Song "Tum Suno Toh Sahi" Released: Salim Diwan and Lavina Israni Share Their Shooting Journey – MidDay". MidDay. Retrieved 31 December 2024.
  21. ↑ "Salim Diwan opens up about the 76th Republic Day; says, "When it comes to patriotism and fostering a deep connection, music plays a vital role" – Times of India". The Times of India. Retrieved 25 January 2025.

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